Showing results for "The Hero" in Drama & Plays

In a tale that celebrates the beauty of youthful love, two star-crossed lovers, Hero and Leander, find themselves irresistibly drawn to one another at first sight. However, their passion is thwarted by the strict rules set by their guardians and the unforgiving geography of the Hellespont, which separates them. Undeterred, Leander bravely swims across the treacherous strait for a single night of romance, only to encounter Neptune, the god of the sea, who harbors a grudge against him. Ignorant of the divine wrath theyve invoked, the couple navigates the awkwardness of intimacy—especially as ...

The Last Hero is a short novel, the twenty-seventh of the Discworld series by Terry Pratchett. It was published in 2001 in a larger format than the other Discworld novels and illustrated on every page by Paul Kidby. In that respect it is much different from Pratchett's other novels as Kidby's pictures play as large a part in contributing to the novel in puns, word plays and Round World references as do Pratchett's words.

Under the quiet facade of Hemlock, the unassuming librarian Tracy Tanner, harbors a secret past as Tamara Tracer, a woman endowed with astonishing powers. Desperate to keep her history hidden, Tamara’s peaceful existence is jeopardized when a menacing stranger arrives in town.

This Is True Hero—an epic tale brought to life through the Gates of Krystalia system, a JRPG-inspired TTRPG with anime-style action and a unique twist: success or failure is determined by a standard 52-card deck.In this story, a group of ordinary people from our world are summoned by divine forces to save a realm teetering on the brink of darkness. An unknown power threatens to consume everything, and if they fail, the devastation won’t stop—it will reach our own world next. But they are not sent unprepared. Gifted with extraordinary abilities, they must rise to the challenge, uncover ...

An adaptation of the prose & poetry of author Raymond Carver and his wife, Tess Gallagher. The story chronicles the final year of Carver's life, when he was struggling to finish his final book. This two-person play is a coproduction with Chicago's City Lit Theater.

Rick Greenberg joined the Corps right out of high school because he always wanted to be a Marine. Little did he know what it would ultimately cost him to even approach earning such a title. After boot camp, "Greeny", as he was later known by his Recon team buddies, attended radio communication school in San Diego, California. As a radio operator, upon arrival in Vietnam, Greenberg was both surprised and troubled when he was arbitrarily assigned to the First Recon Battalion, generally considered to be an elite unit.

Dive into a captivating collection of 25 short plays that bring to life the timeless tales of Greek mythology. Journey alongside heroes like Theseus as he confronts the Minotaur, and Jason as he seeks the Golden Fleece. Discover lesser-known legends, such as Arions battle against greedy sailors and Latonas trials with rude townsfolk. Experience foundational myths, including the moment Pandora unleashed chaos upon the world and the abduction of Proserpina, which forever altered the seasons. Relish in tales of tragic love, like Orpheus heartbreaking quest to reclaim Eurydice, and uplifting ...

Playwright Kenneth Lonergan has made a career of creating characters whose considerable flaws often get in the way of their good intentions. In Lobby Hero, two menial security guards are embroiled in an unexpected family fiasco… and the local beat police are divided by their own romantic and political allegiances. An L.A. Theatre Works full-cast performance featuring: Tate Donovan as Bill; Cedric Sanders as William; Emily Swallow as Dawn; Michael Weston as Jeff. Directed by Bart DeLorenzo. Recorded before a live audience at the Skirball Cultural Center, June 2011.

"Fire Eyes" is a thrilling superhero series featuring a powerful team of heroes with the ability to control and manipulate fire. With intense heat, fiery strength, and extraordinary abilities, Fire Eyesfights evil and defends the innocent. This action-packed saga follows their epic battles, high-risk missions, and personal struggles as they confront dangerous villains, uncover hidden truths, and seek justice. Tune in to witness the fiery heroism, intense power, and heroic journeys of Fire Eyes as they fight to protect the world from dark forces.

The heroes have returned! Join Adam Bradford, Hope Lavelle, B. Dave Walters, Meagan Kenreck, Lauren Urban, and Jennifer Kretchmer as they are led on a multi-plane adventure springing from the mind of Dungeon Master Todd Kenreck. Streaming live on Twitch every Tuesday at 6pm Pacific, or via podcast the following week!

🏺 EXPERIENCE the Ramayana - a FASCINATING, MULTILAYERED EPIC like never before - let your imagination free with cinematic narration, 🎧 dramatic sound design 🎧 and an easy to follow narrative. It's not just mythology—it's a masterclass in leadership, love, loyalty, and making impossible choices. Ancient wisdom for a generation raised on podcasts, audiobooks, and cinematic universes. 3,000 years older and infinitely more profound. AI voices guided by a human storyteller. Caffeine-powered passion project. If you've ever wondered what all the Diwali celebrations are about, or just love ...

Moon Harbor Heroes is a Masks: A New Generation Actual Play podcast, hosted by Anthony Sheets and T.P. Huth. Moon Harbor Heroes tells the stories of several groups of superpowered teenagers as they balance navigating the tumultuous world of adolescence and saving the world at large. Episodes are published each Monday and Wednesday, with occasional Friday episodes as well.

"Sir Grace was the most valiant of all knights, decked in glorious armor that glowed in the sun and a record of dragon-slaying and maiden saving on par with none. But a battle with a renowned wizard with ambiguous ambitions forces Sir Grace to consider things he never imagined, and face his greatest enemy yet: himself."An audio drama short written by Fred Greenhalgh (www.FinalRune.com) and produced by Carter Wogahn.

No Space For Heroes is a sci-fi audio adventure. Drama, comedy, mystery and more!www.nospaceforheroes.com @nospaceforheroes.bsky.social Written and Produced by Dan Proctor. Original songs and music by Juliet Hargreaves. Thumbnail photography by Jenny Magee (jennymageephotography on Insta).

Welcome to Phreak’s Bedtime Stories. Same voice from Two Brothers Two Agendas, but this time I'm going deeper, slower, and meaner. These aren’t cozy tales. They’re the stories you thought you knew, stripped down to the bones and told the way they probably happened when nobody was watching. Each episode is a standalone descent, built like a lullaby with teeth: cinematic, intimate, and just pretty enough to make you lower your guard. Then it follows you into the dark. If you like your storytelling dark and unapologetically unsettling, hit play. Just don’t pretend you're listening "to ...

The realm is known as Rune ath Kesha. A place of magic and mystery, where anyone can rise to legendary status and many often do. However, the realm has been plunged into darkness on multiple fronts. First the demigod Lucias(Pronouced Lu Kai Us) is attempting to unveil mysteries of the past to open the doors Vashka’s, the Death Goddess and his wife, prison to bring for a 1000 years of weeping and gnashing of teeth. His way blocked by a group of heroes who have risen to the challenge and are determined to stop him at all costs. War, its teeth sharp and gnawing has come to all lands as the ...

When a teenage boy in Malibu suddenly develops a superhuman sense of smell, he must use his newfound power to track down his crush's missing sister and confront a dangerous kidnapper. A thrilling tale of crime, courage, and coming of age, "The Nose Knows" is a gripping addition to the "Real Life Super Heroes" series that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.

This podcast series embarks on an epic journey through the world of Superman, one of the most iconic superheroes in the annals of comic book history. From his dramatic escape from the doomed planet Krypton to his rise as the stalwart protector of Earth, each episode delves into the core aspects that define Superman. We explore his early days under the guidance of the Kent family in Smallville, his double life as Clark Kent and Superman in Metropolis, and his deep relationships with characters like Lois Lane, Lex Luthor, and fellow members of the Justice League. The series also shines a light ...

In the Cyberpunk city of Harmony a clone awakens to discover that she is a copy of Aria Moon, herself a clone of a down on her luck on her luck detective with a reputation soggy and bleak. Now the new Aria must navigate this strange city, await the return of her memories and construct a new identity for herself. But she's lived five lives before this one, and each version of Aria Moon has made mistakes. Mistakes that wrap around conspiracies, murders and lies. Mistakes that hold the fate of Harmony in their shadows.

What restricts you?LIMITS is a superhero-oriented audio drama that tackles the vulnerability of being a superhero. Each episode follows the journey of Radiant, a powerful yet inexperienced young hero trying to discover the proper use of his heavily restricted abilities and, perhaps more importantly, what it means to fight for the greater good.Follow the series on X: https://x.com/LIMITSseriesJoin the official LIMITS Discord community: https://discord.com/invite/SkbFdNzzwE